USS Cahuilla, Military museum ship in San Pedro, Argentina
The USS Cahuilla, later renamed ARA Comandante General Irigoyen, is a former American military tug now serving as a museum ship in San Pedro's harbor. The vessel has multiple decks to explore with areas showing military life and how the ship operated.
The ship was originally built by the United States Navy as a rescue tug during World War II and served in the Pacific. After the war it became part of the Argentine Navy and continued serving there for decades.
The ship carries the name of an Argentine military leader and shows how important the navy was to the country's story. Visitors can see on board how sailors once lived and worked.
The ship is open to the public and visitors can take daytime tours on board to see the different areas of the vessel. It is wise to wear comfortable shoes since climbing multiple staircases and navigating tight spaces is required.
The ship participated in rescue operations during a South Atlantic conflict before beginning its life as a museum today. These missions are now part of the exhibition and show the practical role the vessel played beyond its original service.
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